Manufacturing Engineer II

Manufacturing Engineer II – Richmond, VA

Philip Morris USA (PMUSA) is seeking a highly qualified Manufacturing Engineer II to join the Richmond MC supporting Primary Processing operations, maintenance and engineering teams at the manufacturing center. The role will involve supporting various processing stages, including new installations, maintenance improvements, and troubleshooting to drive long‑term success.

• Provide technical support during normal and off‑business hours, including weekends and holidays, to ensure tobacco processing meets business needs.
• Develop process control (PLC) software and operator interfaces (HMI).
• Develop and deploy control system improvements to enhance process capability and meet product requirements and business demand.
• Analyze process data to evaluate process health and performance.
• Plan and execute projects and support maintenance utilizing internal union labor and external resources; understand and execute based on union notification processes.
• Support reliability initiatives to ensure systems operate dependably by minimizing failures through root‑cause analysis, predictive maintenance, and failure‑prevention strategies.
• Assist in projects and apply engineering best practices under guidance.
• Analyze and apply problem‑solving techniques to develop and implement improvements for methods, processes, products, systems, documentation, and equipment.
• Mentor team members on technical topics.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting process control systems, instrumentation, sensors, valves, and associated hardware/software systems (e.g., human‑machine interfaces, process historians, digital networks, digital control systems).
• Experience with Allen‑Bradley Control Logix, Factory Talk View, and Modicon 984 Ladder/Concept/Unity is desirable.
• Working knowledge of processing & packaging machinery, engineering project structure, and a background in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience in a rapid, agile, consumer‑driven manufacturing environment.

Salary Range: $78,600.00 – $

• Flexible and remote options that fit your life.
• Paid time off: 15 days of PTO, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a 37.5‑hour workweek.
• Annual merit increases and performance bonuses.
• 401(k) matching from day one; plus deferred profit sharing and an annual company contribution equal to 13%–17% of base salary.
• Student loan repayment assistance, conference attendance, and professional development stipends.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid parental and bonding leave.
• Wellness programs supporting overall well‑being.
• Paid volunteer days and a commitment to giving back to the community.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.